Dem Texas Lawmaker Spends Night In State House Chamber

2 weeks ago A Democratic Texas lawmaker has chosen to spend the night in the state House chamber to avoid being shadowed by law enforcement. Republicans in the Texas House require Democrats to sign agreements for constant surveillance by state officers. Rep. Nicole Collier refused and stayed on the House floor. This move is part of a larger battle over redrawing U.S. House maps. Democrats returned to Texas, allowing the Republican-run Legislature to proceed with redistricting. The fight over control of Congress is intensifying, with California Democrats also advancing new congressional boundaries in response.